On this week’s edition of Copper Country Today: Robin Meneguzzo of the Keweenaw Area Community Foundation talks with host Todd VanDyke about their mission, and their work on the Keweenaw Highlands project. Listen to the discussion here. The new commander of the Calumet State Police Post, First Lieutenant Jason Wickstrom, …
Read More »No Injuries Reported in Semi Roll Over in Franklin Township
No one was injured in a semi truck roll over on Lake Annie Road yesterday in Franklin Township. Michigan state police troopers reported to a call for a rolled over gravel truck near US -41 at around 10:50 am. It was determined that a semi truck loaded with gravel was …
Read More »Lorenzen Struggles as Tigers Fall – Saturday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlighted scores for additional game details. MLB The Tigers couldn’t climb out of an early hole, and lost to the Rockies 8-5 last night. Colorado took command early, scoring five runs off Michael Lorenzen in the second inning. Detroit mounted a bit of a comeback, but Ezequiel …
Read More »Tapiola 4th of July Parade Tomorrow
While many towns are holding their independence day celebrations next Monday and Tuesday, Tapiola is hosting their cookout and parade tomorrow. The Forest King Independence parade will start at 10:30 am on Tapiola road. There will also be hot dots courtesy of the Otter Lake Fire Department, a picnic, a …
Read More »Local Police Departments Take Part in De-Escalation Training
Over the past few days, officers with various local law enforcement departments have been training to respond to a mental health crises. Houghton Police Department’s Lieutenant Nick Roberts says that this type of training is very important to officers in the Upper Peninsula; due to the frequency of mental health …
Read More »Mt. Bohemia’s First Annual 4th of July Pool Party
Mount Bohemia has more than just a great ski hill- it also has an amazing Nordic spa. On the 4th, they will hold a pool party. “This is our first annual 4th of July Pool Party at the Nordic Spa. We’re going to have free hot dogs, free potato chips, …
Read More »Superior Water Safety- Safety Tips For Boat Days
Warm summer days in the Keweenaw means days spent on the lake, but safety should always be in the back of your mind. “Well the biggest piece of equipment will be a PFD – personal flotation device, and I strongly suggest you wear it, even paddling. Even on calm, inland …
Read More »Houghton Man Formally Charged for Defacing Temple Jacob in 2019
A Houghton man has been formally charged for crimes related to the defacing of Temple Jacob in Hancock in 2019. 23 year old, Nathan Weeden of Houghton, has been charged by the Department of Justice, with one count defacing a religious property, and one count of conspiracy against rights. Weeden …
Read More »4th of July Celebrations are Returning to South Range
For nearly a century, village residents in South Range have thrown a grand Fourth of July celebration. While there are many other Fourth of July festivities throughout the Copper country, South Range’s Fourth of July committee president, Mike Renier, says that the entire community pitches in- from those who come …
Read More »Copper Shores Provides Almost $49.5k In Grants For Recreation and Facilities.
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation has announced the 2023 recipients for the Recreation and Facilities grants. The recipients are: Covington township Tow Rope Replacement received $4000 to replace the ski/tow rope on Covington Ski/Sled hill. Swedetown Chalet ADA Improvements received $6,500 towards making the chalet more accessible so it meets …
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